Program presenters include staff from University of Illinois Extension, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and forage industry companies. Also, several beef producers will serve as presenters.

Cost for the program is $15 per person for IFGC members and $20 per person for non-members.

Registration is requested by Friday, March 22.

The cost will be $20 and $25, respectively, after March 22 and at the door on April 2. Registration covers a noon meal and forage presentation handout material. Program registration can be made by contacting University of Illinois Extension, Rock Island County, 321 W. 2nd Ave., Milan, Ill., 61264; (309) 756-9978. On-line registration and the program agenda can be accessed at http://web.extension.illinois.edu/hmrs/

The Forage Institute is sponsored by the Illinois Forage and Grassland Council, Black Hawk College and supported by USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and University of Illinois Extension.